68 Best Bathroom Decor Ideas for a Budget Makeover

With a statement rug, wallpaper and lighting, Hattie Collins of Hattie Sparks Interiors brings unexpected layers of texture and interest to a bathroom. The vintage wool rug elevates the space in a way a simple bath mat can’t.

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Uninterrupted from floor to wall, these playful geometric shower tiles help create the illusion of a larger bathroom. A transom window shows off the surrounding forest, while the thick shower wall is the perfect depth for displaying greenery — “a tangible way of bringing nature inside,” says designer Regan Baker.

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Layer in organic textures, namely warm woods to create a spa-like retreat. Here, designer Ryann Swan adds off-center wood paneling around the tub to increase the zen feel.

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If you’re short on space, suspend a unique mirror in front of the window and ensure natural light can enter from behind. For a pop of pattern, designer Marian Louise also hangs cafe curtains.

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Striking geometric tiles turn a wall behind the sink into a design moment. We love that interior designer Margarita Bravo weaves in gold accents with a modern vanity mirror, artistic sconce and wall-mounted faucet.

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Transport to a luxury spa every time you enter this sunny shower. White subway tiles on the walls and penny tiles on the floor pair beautifully with a small wooden bench and trailing plant.

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For this modern Moroccan bathroom makeover, vertical shiplap walls cover up old textured walls and a secondhand dresser is transformed into a vanity. The star of the show? Custom sea glass floor tiles.

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Swap your bathroom cabinet for a ladder shelf — a more stylish way to store bathroom essentials like toiletries and extra towels. You can even make one yourself with plywood.

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Add rich color and warmth to your bathroom design with a patterned area rug, just as designer Raili Clasen does in this texture-filled bathroom. Embrace vintage reds, gorgeous greens or creamy neutrals — or a combination of all three.

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Balance dramatic floor-to-ceiling tile with a standout piece of wall art and a stylish pendant that won’t overwhelm the overall design scheme.

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Don’t be afraid to infuse a bathroom with personal touches. Take note from designer Julia Chasman and install playful tiles in the shower and on the floor, then weave in last-minute touches like framed photos, floral curtains and a chic wicker basket.

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Chevron tile wall on one side, floral wallpaper on the other. This trendy bathroom, designed by Ginny Macdonald, is proof that two totally different patterns can complement each other when used correctly.

Photo by: Jessica Bordner